James Eugene “Jim” Cook 1957 – 2023 Obituary January 24, 2024January 24, 20240 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing James Eugene “Jim” Cook on Oct. 6, 2023, at the age of 66, near Burns. He was born July 31, 1957 in Salem, the third child of Lyle and Ruby Cook, spending his younger years in Keizer. Jim loved to fish
Ann Elaine Choate 1950 – 2024 Obituary January 24, 2024January 24, 20240 Ann Elaine Choate passed away peacefully with family by her side on Jan. 5, 2024, after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was 73. Born in Prineville, to Lloyd and Elaine Larson. She was the oldest of ten and the family moved frequently as Lloyd worked in the logging industry. They
Death Notice – Jenny Lee Falk Obituary January 24, 2024January 24, 20240 Jenny Lee Falk sadly passed away on Jan. 9, 2024, at her home in Hines. She was a beautiful person who spread joy and happiness wherever she went. No funeral or memorial service will be held at this time.
Death Notice – Shelba Jean Hammond Obituary January 24, 2024January 24, 20240 Shelba Jean Hammond, 85, passed away in her home in Hines, on Jan. 18, 2024. Per her request, there will be no service. Interment will be held in the Burns Cemetery.
Spence retires after 32 years of service Community News January 17, 2024January 18, 20240 Bob Spence spent 32 year in fire service, 28 of those as Fire Chief. In his tenure, Spence was able build a new firehouse/station, update the fire equipment, grants for a new firetruck, and implemented an excellent fire prevention program. His biggest accomplishment after 28 years as the Fire Chief
Anderson Valley Supply changes ownership and name Agriculture Business January 17, 2024January 18, 20240 For over 30 years, Anderson Valley Supply has been a successful business in Crane, and now has new owners and a new name, Anderson Valley Feed, LLC with the same great inventory and service. The common question about who is buying it was, are they local? The answer is yes,
Elks Lodge thankful after another successful annual Christmas basket campaign Community January 17, 2024January 18, 20240 The Elks Lodge 1680 would like to thank the community for a very successful annual Christmas food and toy baskets and delivery of baskets. 150 households were served equaling 425 people. This endeavor begins early in the year, with Elk members donating through their annual dues. The local lodge also received
BHS grapplers take home gold at Oregon Classic Burns Wrestling Sports January 17, 2024January 18, 20240 The Burns Hilander wrestling team took home first place in the 3A bracket at the Oregon Classic held Friday and Saturday, Jan. 12-13, in Redmond. Burns opened up the pool portion of the tournament with a 66-12 win over Rainier. In the second dual, the Hilanders defeated North Valley 48-36. On Saturday, the
Donald Duane “Don” Lafferty 1953 – 2024 Obituary January 17, 2024January 17, 20240 Donald Duane “Don” Lafferty, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Jan. 7, 2024, at his home in Burns, at the age of seventy. Don is survived by his wife of 46 years, Karen (Hamer) Lafferty; his daughter, Brandi (James) Rodriguez; his daughter, Shiloh (Josh) Kenyon; his daughter, Leslie Lafferty; his
Tina Grace Coons June 13, 1972 – Dec. 11, 2023 Obituary January 17, 2024January 17, 20240 Tina held a love for others, a love larger than for herself. She enjoyed talking to people that she didn’t know along with ones that she had known for a lifetime. Tina always said hello to everyone but held a special place in her heart for children and the elderly.